Understanding how and why we use cookies on our website
Last Updated
January 15, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how FFION DAVIES SEMINARS LIMITED ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at valleyguardtraining.info. This policy provides you with clear and comprehensive information about the cookies we use and the purposes for which we use them, along with instructions on how you can manage your cookie preferences.
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They are widely used across the internet to make websites function more efficiently, to provide a better browsing experience, and to supply information to website operators. Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device for a set period or until you delete them manually) or "session-based" (deleted automatically when you close your browser).
Cookies serve several important functions. They remember your preferences so you do not need to re-enter them each time you visit. They help us understand how visitors interact with our website, which pages are popular, and where users encounter difficulties. This information allows us to improve the website structure and content to better serve our visitors.
Some cookies are essential for the website to operate correctly. Without these cookies, certain features of the site may not be available. Other cookies are optional and help us enhance your experience or analyze website performance. You have control over which optional cookies are placed on your device, and we explain how to manage these preferences below.
We categorize the cookies used on our website into the following groups. Each category serves a distinct purpose, and we have outlined the specific cookies within each group along with their function and duration.
These cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core features such as page navigation, access to secure areas, and form submissions. Without these cookies, the website cannot operate as intended. Because they are essential, these cookies do not require your consent, though we inform you about their use for full transparency.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookie-consent | Stores your cookie preference choice (accept or reject) | Persistent (365 days) |
| session_id | Maintains your browsing session and ensures consistent site behavior | Session |
| csrf_token | Protects form submissions from cross-site request forgery attacks | Session |
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting information about which pages are visited, how long visitors stay, and what paths they take through the site. All information collected by these cookies is aggregated and therefore anonymous. We use this data solely to improve how our website works and to ensure our educational content meets visitor expectations. These cookies are placed only when you give your consent.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics: distinguishes unique visitors by assigning a randomly generated number | 13 months |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics 4: maintains session state and tracks page interactions | 13 months |
| _gid | Google Analytics: identifies unique visitors within a 24-hour period | 24 hours |
We do not use advertising or marketing cookies on this website. We do not serve targeted ads, nor do we track your browsing activity across other websites for advertising purposes. Our website is dedicated exclusively to educational content about psychological resilience, and we have deliberately chosen not to deploy any advertising tracking technologies. If this policy changes in the future, we will update this page and seek your consent before placing any advertising cookies.
Some cookies on our website are placed by third-party services that we use to enhance website functionality and understand usage patterns. When you consent to analytics cookies, data may be processed by Google LLC through Google Analytics. Google processes this data in accordance with its own privacy policy, which you can review on the Google Privacy & Terms page.
We have configured Google Analytics to anonymize IP addresses, meaning your full IP address is never stored by Google. We have also disabled data sharing with Google for advertising purposes. The analytics data we receive is used exclusively to improve our website and educational content.
We do not sell, rent, or share cookie data with any other third parties. The only external service that receives data through cookies on our site is Google Analytics, and only when you have provided your consent through our cookie banner.
You have several options for controlling and managing cookies. You can exercise your preferences through our cookie consent banner when you first visit the website, or through your browser settings at any time.
When you first visit our website, a cookie consent banner appears in the bottom-right corner of your screen. You can choose to "Accept" all cookies (including analytics cookies) or "Reject" optional cookies (only essential cookies will be used). Your preference is stored locally on your device so that you are not asked again on subsequent visits. If you wish to change your preference, you can clear your browser's local storage for our website and the banner will reappear on your next visit.
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find these options in the "Settings", "Preferences", or "Privacy" section of your browser. The specific steps vary by browser, but generally you can:
Below are general directions for managing cookies in the most commonly used browsers:
Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies
Please note that blocking or deleting essential cookies may impact the functionality of our website. Certain features, such as form submissions and session management, require essential cookies to operate correctly.
In addition to managing cookies through our consent banner and your browser settings, Google provides a browser add-on that allows you to opt out of Google Analytics tracking across all websites. The Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on is available for all major browsers and, once installed, prevents the Google Analytics JavaScript (ga.js, analytics.js, and gtag.js) from sending data to Google Analytics.
If you reject cookies through our consent banner, analytics cookies will not be placed on your device, and there is no need to install the opt-out add-on for our website specifically. The add-on is an additional option for users who wish to prevent Google Analytics tracking across the entire web.
In addition to traditional cookies, our website uses the browser's local storage feature. Local storage allows us to save small pieces of data directly in your browser that persist between visits. We use local storage exclusively to remember your cookie consent preference so that the cookie banner does not reappear each time you visit.
Local storage data is stored only on your device and is not transmitted to our servers. You can clear local storage data through your browser's developer tools or by clearing your browser's site data. The specific data item we store is:
| Key | Value | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| cookie-consent | "accepted" or "rejected" | Remembers your cookie preference choice |
When you consent to analytics cookies, data collected through Google Analytics may be processed on servers located outside the European Economic Area (EEA), including in the United States. Google LLC participates in and complies with data transfer frameworks recognized by the European Commission, and we rely on Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission as the legal mechanism for transferring personal data outside the EEA.
If you reject analytics cookies through our consent banner, no data is transferred to Google or any other third party through cookies. Essential cookies operate entirely within our own infrastructure and do not involve international data transfers.
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the UK Data Protection Act 2018, you have specific rights regarding the processing of your personal data through cookies. These rights include:
For more details about how we handle personal data beyond cookies, please review our Privacy Policy.
Our website and webinar series are not directed at children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect data from children through cookies or any other means. If we become aware that data has been collected from a child under 16 without appropriate parental consent, we will take steps to delete that data promptly. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has accessed our website and had cookies placed on their device, you can delete those cookies through the browser settings on your child's device and contact us at the email address below for assistance.
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use, changes in legal requirements, or improvements to our practices. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy. If significant changes are made that affect your rights or the types of cookies used, we will reset your cookie consent preferences so that you have the opportunity to review the updated policy and make a new choice.
We recommend reviewing this page periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies. Continued use of the website after changes have been posted constitutes your acknowledgment of the modifications and your consent to abide by the updated policy, though consent for non-essential cookies will always be obtained separately through our consent banner.
If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies, or if you wish to exercise any of your rights described in this policy, please contact us using the details below:
Review our other policies for complete transparency about how we operate and protect your data.